SWOG

SWOG/Hope Foundation Impact Award

Due Date: 01/15/2026

Funding program from The Hope Foundation for Cancer Research to spark novel, high-impact SWOG studies using resources from completed SWOG trials or directly translatable to upcoming SWOG/NCTN clinical trials. Awards up to 250,000 total cost for up to two years; indirects capped at 25%.

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Any SWOG member investigator eligible for NIH funding.

  • Basic science applicants must partner with a clinician as Co-PI.

  • If using SWOG specimens/data: include support statements from the relevant Committee Chair and Committee Statistician; submit a TM Proposal form.

  • Awards are made to institutions (non-profits; universities/colleges/hospitals/labs; state/local units; eligible federal agencies; domestic or foreign organizations).

Funding Details:

  • Up to 250,000 total cost per project, spent over up to 2 years.

  • Indirect costs are included and limited to 25%.

  • Smaller feasibility projects that enable future SWOG trials are encouraged.

Deadline:

  • LOI due January 15 at 5:00 p.m. ET. Full application by invitation. Award period June 1 – May 31.

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